Mika
Mika is a girl name of Japanese origin, meaning “Beautiful fragrance (with kanji 美香)”.
| Meaning | Beautiful fragrance (with kanji 美香) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Japanese |
| Written as | 美香 |
| Pronunciation | MEE-kah |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Japan, Finland |
Meaning and origin of Mika
Mika is a Japanese girls' name whose meaning depends on the kanji chosen. A common spelling is 美香, combining mi, 'beautiful', and ka, 'fragrance', but it can also be written 美佳 ('beautiful, excellent') or 美加, among others. It was particularly popular in Japan in the 1970s and 1980s. The same sound exists independently elsewhere: in Finland Mika is a boys' name from Mikael, and it is also used as a short form of Michaela.
Is Mika a religious name?
In Japan, Mika has no religious background; names are chosen for the meaning of their characters rather than for Buddhist or Shinto reasons.
How popular is Mika?
A familiar girls' name in Japan, especially among women born in the late twentieth century.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mika mean?
Mika means 'Beautiful fragrance (with kanji 美香)'. It is of Japanese origin.
Does Mika have a religious meaning?
In Japan, Mika has no religious background; names are chosen for the meaning of their characters rather than for Buddhist or Shinto reasons.
How do you pronounce Mika?
Mika is pronounced MEE-kah.
Is Mika a boy or girl name?
Mika is usually a girl name.